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At RiverSpring Living, we blend innovation with compassion to redefine aging. Explore recent news coverage to see how we’re transforming lives and changing perceptions about growing older.

For all press inquiries or to arrange a visit or interview, please contact Chief Communications Officer,
Wendy Steinberg at Wendy.Steinberg@riverspring.org

Feb. 26, 2026
Older man walks on treadmill with safety harness, facing a virtual reality screen showing outdoor scenery.

AI is Key in New RiverSpring Rehab Effort

Riverdale Press - The Hauser Rehabilitation Center at RiverSpring Living is redefining what short-term rehabilitation looks like in the Bronx,...

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Dec. 19, 2025
Senior Skydiving

Sixty-Seven Year Old with Parkinson’s Disease Proves It’s Never Too Late for Skydiving

Riverdale Press - RiverSpring Living’s Golden Dreams program helped resident Carol Weingrod fulfill her long‑held dream of skydiving, proving it’s...

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Dec. 12, 2025
Weinberg Center

Weinberg Center Expands Elder Abuse Support to NYC Family Justice Centers

Riverdale Press - The Weinberg Center for Elder Justice at RiverSpring Living is expanding its reach through a new partnership...

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Dec. 12, 2025
Old friend club tiktok stars

TikTok’s Next Gen of Stars Are Coming From This NYC Senior Center

NY Post - RiverSpring Living residents have gone viral on the "Old Friend Club” social media accounts, which have garnered...

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Oct. 29, 2025
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A Collector’s Guide to Donating Art to Hospitals and Other Nonprofits

Observer - At RiverSpring Living, decades of thoughtful art donations have transformed our campus into an immersive experience. Each piece...

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Oct. 24, 2025
A man sits in a chair waving and smiling at a glowing, green, pixelated human figure—an AI bot offering companionship to lonely seniors in his living room.

Lonely Seniors Are Turning To AI Bots For Companionship

Forbes - RiverSpring Living is embracing Meela, an AI-powered companion that’s helping our residents feel more connected and less alone....

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Oct. 22, 2025
NYP Partnership

RiverSpring Living Opens State-of-the-Art Hauser Rehabilitation Center in Collaboration with NewYork-Presbyterian

Located on RiverSpring’s 32-acre campus along the Hudson River, the Hauser Rehabilitation Center has been built to transform the recovery...

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Sep. 26, 2025
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Redefining Care and Community Along the Hudson

PIX11 - Set against the stunning backdrop of the Hudson River, RiverSpring Living in Riverdale is offering more than just...

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Sep. 23, 2025
Three centenarians sit at a table with a crown before them, wearing sashes, in a decorated room filled with art and balloons, capturing the joy of a Centenarians Day celebration.

Celebrating Centenarians Day

ABC 7 News, Fox 5 New York, News12 - RiverSpring Living celebrated National Centenarians Day by honoring residents who have...

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Sep. 5, 2025
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Seniors and Students Learn Together in Innovative Class

PIX11, Riverdale Press - As the new school year begins, students at the University of Mount Saint Vincent are learning about...

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Aug. 25, 2025
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RiverSpring Living Uses AI Companion ‘Meela’ to Combat Senior Isolation

News12, Riverdale Press – Nearly 70 residents are now taking part in a pioneering pilot program with Meela, an AI-powered companion...

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Aug. 14, 2025
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How to Evaluate a Senior Living Facility’s Emergency Preparedness

U.S. News - Preparing for crises is essential for the safety and well-being of residents in senior living communities. RiverSpring...

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Aug. 6, 2025
A couple, both using walkers, sit at the front of a room filled with people; the woman wears a tiara and holds a bouquet, suggesting a wedding or celebration.

Popular Residents’ Nursing Home Wedding Takes the Cake

McKnight's Long-term Care News - Our recent resident wedding was a beautiful testament to finding love later in life. Staff...

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Aug. 5, 2025
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AI Companion Helps Seniors at Bronx Facility Combat Loneliness

WCBS News - A new pilot program is using artificial intelligence to help residents feel more connected and less alone....

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Jul. 11, 2025
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Love Birds Tie the Knot at RiverSpring Living

CBS News, NY Post, Riverdale Press - RiverSpring Living residents Al Cappiello and Elizabeth Bly tied the knot in a...

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Jul. 8, 2025
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Alpha Kappa Alpha honors 105-year-old Bronx Member for 80 years of Sisterhood

Riverdale Press - Irma Clement, a Bronx resident born in 1920, was celebrated by her Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority sisters...

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Jul. 8, 2025
A man and woman stand facing each other, holding hands, and practicing dance steps on a golden dream dance floor in a mirrored studio with wooden floors.

85-year Old Amputee Fulfills “Golden Dream,” Returns to the Dance Floor

USA Today, Journal News - Shirley Johnson spent most of her life dancing, especially with her late husband. After losing...

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Jun. 16, 2025
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The Friendly Caller Who’s Helping Seniors Feel Less Lonely

Wall Street Journal - RiverSpring Living recently teamed up with Meela, an AI-powered companion that helps older adults feel more...

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May. 19, 2025
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Virtual Reality Is Opening Doors for Senior Citizens

Today Show - Our residents are embracing virtual reality to explore the world, relive memories, and connect in new ways....

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May. 14, 2025
A woman in a wheelchair receives a certificate from a college staff member; a university logo and banner are in the background. Text reads, 97-year-old Holocaust survivor fulfills dream to go to college.

97-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor Fulfills Dream to go to College

Associated Press, NY Post, CBS News, ABC News, Riverdale Press - At 97 years old, Holocaust survivor Jacqueline Kimmelstiel stepped...

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Mar. 12, 2025
Aging at different paces - Married Couple

One Couple in Their 90s Confronts a Stark Reality: Aging at Different Speeds

The Wall Street Journal - RiverSpring Living residents, Fred and Betty Schlissel, have an extraordinary love story. Married for more...

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Feb. 14, 2025
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Love In A Retirement Community

CNN - RiverSpring Living's G-Daters are busy this Valentine's Day! Romance is in the air as our residents enjoy going...

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Feb. 6, 2025
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Providing Comfort and Pleasure Over Strict Reality

New York Times - RiverSpring Living takes a holistic approach to memory care, creating immersive environments that mirror residents' past...

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Feb. 6, 2025
The logo features the words The Riverdale Press in black serif font with decorative flourishes on the capital letters, capturing a timeless style as locals celebrate a century of life in their community.

Locals Celebrate a Century of Life and Counting

Riverdale Press - Centenarians gathered to reflect on their lives and share insights into longevity. Their stories highlight the wisdom...

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Feb. 6, 2025
The logo features the words The Riverdale Press in black serif font with decorative flourishes on the capital letters, capturing a timeless style as locals celebrate a century of life in their community.

Remembering the Holocaust

Riverdale Press - RiverSpring Living residents and Holocaust survivors Helen Weiss and Jacqueline Kimmelstiel recount their experiences of escaping Nazi...

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Jan. 17, 2025
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Golden Glamour with the Golden Bachelorette at RiverSpring Living

News12 - It was an exciting day at RiverSpring Living where residents enjoyed hair and makeup transformations to look and...

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Sep. 6, 2024
The Business Focus Magazine logo features bold text with FOCUS highlighted in black and yellow, incorporating a target design in the letter O, reflecting the dedication found at RiverSpring Living and its compassionate care approach to senior living.

RiverSpring Living: Where Compassion Meets Expertise

Business Focus Magazine - RiverSpring Living, one of the US’s not-for-profit organizations specialized in post-acute and long-term care, is pursuing...

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